Although it was a good sign when receiver Danny Amendola traveled with the Patriots to Cincinnati, it wasn't known for sure if he would play. Now, we have somewhat of a confirmation that he will suit up from Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network:
Clarity on #Patriots WR Danny Amendola: Source tells me he's "good to go."
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) October 6, 2013
Needless to say, having Amendola back is a big boost for the Patriots. While he may not play as many snaps as he usually would, having him back in the fold will allow the Patriots to work him and Julian Edelman together in the offense for just the second time this year.
Rapoport also Tweets that the Patriots are expected to have both Kenbrell Thompkins and Danny Amendola today:
Kenbrell Thompkins and Aaron Dobson both likely to play. Nothing definitive yet tho RT @CoachCue: @RapSheet Is Thompkins playing?
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) October 6, 2013
So, your dreams of Josh Boyce being the Patriots #1 receiver for today, probably not going to happen.